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The Indian Institute of Gems and Jewellery (IIGJ), Jaipur, inaugurated its annual crafts fair Alankar 2025 on September 25th with a vibrant celebration of India’s jewellery heritage. The three-day event, concluding on September 27th, unites artisans, students, and craft enthusiasts in one dynamic space. The fair was formally inaugurated by Chief Guest Mr. Rishav Mandal, […]

The Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC) inaugurated the India Pavilion at the Watch & Jewellery Show Middle East 2025, held at Expo Centre Sharjah, making a strong impression on the opening day. The pavilion brought together 12 prominent exhibitors — Peacemoon Traders, GM Products, Sherly Jewels, PR Creations, Omega Jewellery, Mohan Lal Narayan

On the third day of GJEPC’s 4th Exporter Mentorship Programme (EMP), running from 22nd to 26th September across Dubai and Abu Dhabi, participants gained deeper exposure to the UAE jewellery market through interactive sessions and field visits. Session with Ms. Zarin Suhail: Drawing on 18 years of experience in jewellery merchandising, product development, and brand

Gemfields Group Limited has reported a net loss of USD 24.6 million for the first half of 2025, reversing a profit of USD 13.7 million during the same period last year. The decline was mainly driven by weaker auction revenues of USD 60 million, reflecting lower premium ruby output at Montepuez and a temporary suspension

The Antwerp World Diamond Centre (AWDC) has secured a major victory with the elimination of the 15% US import duty on natural polished diamonds originating from Europe. Under a recent US executive order—applied retroactively from September 1—EU-polished diamonds will now enter duty-free, reinforcing Antwerp’s standing as a leading global hub for diamond trading and polishing.

In the lively heart of Mumbai’s Dadar, Waman Hari Pethe Jewellers ushered in a new chapter with the grand reopening of its iconic Ranade Road showroom. With a proud legacy of 116 years, the brand has long been part of Maharashtra’s cherished milestones across generations. On 22nd September 2025, the modernised, state-of-the-art showroom was unveiled

PNG Jewellers, one of India’s most trusted family jewellery brands with a legacy of over 193 years, has opened its first-ever store in Kolhapur this Navratri, marking an important step in its Maharashtra expansion journey. Kolhapur, celebrated for its cultural richness, traditions, and entrepreneurial spirit, provides the perfect setting for this milestone. Strategically located on

Zen Diamond, a global fine jewellery powerhouse with over 450 stores worldwide, has expanded its presence in India by opening two new outlets in Bengaluru. This marks the brand’s foray into South India, following the successful debut of its first two stores in Mumbai. The new showrooms are located at Phoenix Mall of Asia and

A delegation from the Gem & Jewellery Export Promotion Council (GJEPC), led by Chairman Kirit Bhansali, Vice Chairman Shaunak Parikh, and Executive Director Sabyasachi Ray, met Hon’ble Finance and Corporate Affairs Minister Smt. Nirmala Sitharaman today to seek immediate relief for the industry, which has been severely hit by the 50% tariff imposed by the

Angola’s state-owned diamond company, ENDIAMA E.P., has officially placed a fully funded offer to acquire a minority stake in De Beers, as Anglo American plc prepares to exit the diamond major by the end of 2025. The Angolan government clarified that the proposal does not seek majority ownership. Instead, it champions a pan-African, industry-led ownership